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Methods and systems for laser assisted wirebonding

US7476597B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 10, 2006
Grant dateJan 13, 2009
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Expiry dateSep 28, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/10253
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention provides methods and systems for laser assisted wirebonding. One or more conditioning laser pulses are used to prepare a bonding surface for wirebonding by removing impurities such as residues from manufacturing processes, oxides, or irregularities on the bonding surface. Subsequently, a free air ball is brought into contact with the conditioned bonding surface to form a weld.

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